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#17 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 1% in state

Cascadia Elementary

Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1

1700 N 90th Street, Seattle, WA 98115

Enrollment

485

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#17 of 2,228

In Seattle

#7 of 123

public schools

In district

#7 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Cascadia Elementary

9.5/10

Elementary School in Seattle · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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8.6/10

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About Cascadia Elementary

Cascadia Elementary is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Cascadia Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cascadia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Cascadia Elementary show 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.21 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2024
TrendStable
Academics10.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency97.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency97.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading vs. State Avg+48.9 pts
Overall Proficiency97% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+28.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism8.7%

Cascadia Elementary — Students at Cascadia Elementary score 97% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 99.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 98.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
49.5% (2024 SBA)

Based on 20 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2017
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2019
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2022
Math
97.5%
ELA
97%
2024
ELA
95.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Cascadia Elementary Compares

See how Cascadia Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
99th percentile in WA
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1700 N 90th Street, Seattle, WA 98115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cascadia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenwood Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is McDonald International School (rated 9.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Viewlands Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School Seattle 0.2 mi 8.7
Daniel Bagley Elementary School Seattle 0.7 mi 8.6
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle 0.7 mi 7.5
Olympic View Elementary School Seattle 0.8 mi 7.7
ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 6.6
BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 7.9
SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 6.0
PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 7.7
DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle 1.0 mi
Green Lake Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 7.2
James Baldwin Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 9.2
ST JOHN SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 5.6
SEATTLE AREA GERMAN AMERICAN SCHOOL Seattle 1.3 mi 4.9
SPRING ACADEMY Seattle 1.3 mi 5.9
Greenwood Elementary School Seattle 1.2 mi 9.7
CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Seattle 1.5 mi 6.2
Viewlands Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 9.4
McDonald International School Seattle 1.9 mi 9.6
Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle 1.7 mi 9.2
Sacajawea Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,190

Median Home Value

$1,041,500

Median Rent

$2,118/mo

Population

54,248

College Educated

78.3%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

37.2

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Sunrise Elementary Redmond, WA 9.5
Beacon Hill International School Seattle, WA 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cascadia Elementary

What grades does Cascadia Elementary serve?

Cascadia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cascadia Elementary?

Cascadia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cascadia Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cascadia Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cascadia Elementary rank in WA?

Cascadia Elementary ranks #17 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Cascadia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cascadia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cascadia Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cascadia Elementary has 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

Is Cascadia Elementary a charter school?

No, Cascadia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cascadia Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cascadia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cascadia Elementary?

11.5% of students at Cascadia Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#7 of 106

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